Operations Technician I, II, or III

Williams is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected under applicable discrimination law.

Do something that means something at Williams. This isn't just a job - it's an opportunity to explore and discover your passion with coworkers who become friends and mentors who push you to be your best self in and out of the office. At Williams, we make clean energy happen. And you can too, so bring your energy to ours.

As Operations Technician I, II, or III, you will support pipeline and facility operations by safely operating, inspecting, maintaining, and troubleshooting equipment. This is a progressive, multi-level role where scope, independence, and technical complexity increase by level. Success in this role requires a strong commitment to safety, compliance, teamwork, and continuous learning.

Your work will challenge you, and with our Core Values to guide you, you'll quickly learn and grow with us.

Key Responsibilities (All Levels)

Safely operate, inspect, and maintain pipeline and facility equipment in compliance with operational, technical, environmental, and regulatory requirements

Monitor equipment and facilities to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations

Follow all company policies, procedures, and safe work practices

Maintain working knowledge of site-specific equipment, permits, and compliance requirements

Complete assigned reports, logs, and maintain accurate operations and preventive maintenance records

Protect personnel, communities, the environment, and company assets

Coordinate work activities with contractors as needed, reinforcing safety expectations

Perform damage prevention activities including pipeline locating, marking, and excavation coordination

Support preventative and remedial maintenance activities

Perform other duties as assigned

Progressive Responsibilities by Level

Operations Technician I

Perform routine inspections and maintenance with guidance

Use hand tools and basic diagnostic equipment

Develop foundational knowledge of process control systems, PLCs, and facility equipment

Demonstrate ability to learn systems, procedures, and site operations

Operations Technician II

Read and interpret drawings, schematics, and technical documentation

Analyze operating data and collaborate to resolve technical or operational issues

Perform intermediate troubleshooting and maintenance with limited supervision

Apply working knowledge of process control systems and PLCs

Operations Technician III

Independently troubleshoot and resolve complex operational and technical issues

Serve as a technical resource and mentor for less experienced technicians

Lead or support complex maintenance activities and operational improvements

Apply advanced knowledge of process control systems, PLCs, and site-specific equipment

Education & Experience

Required (All Levels):

High School Diploma or GED

Level-Specific Experience (commensurate with level):

Operations Technician I:

Associate's degree or two-year technical degree preferred

Minimum six (6) months of mechanical, technical, or controls systems experience in oil & gas or a related internship with an Associate's degree

Operations Technician II:

Minimum two (2) years of related experience, including at least one (1) year as a technician in the oil & gas industry

Associate's degree or two-year technical degree preferred

Operations Technician III:

Minimum three (3) years of demonstrated experience as an operations technician or similar role

Associate's degree or two-year technical degree plus two (2) or more years of multifaceted oil & gas operations experience

Technical Skills

Process Control Systems and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs):

Technician I: Basic

Technician II: Working proficiency

Technician III: Advanced proficiency

Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and general PC skills

Comfortable adopting technology and applications to improve operational efficiency

Operate, start, stop, and monitor natural gas compression units

Maintain compressors, turbines, pumps, valves, instrumentation, and measurement systems

Execute calibrations and inspections on instrumentation, control systems, PLCs, and electrical systems (VAC/VDC)

Perform right-of-way activities, including valve maintenance and pipeline locating

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

Ability to work in extreme temperatures, loud environments, and enclosed spaces

Lift and carry up to 50 lbs.; team lift heavier loads as needed

Stand, walk, climb, bend, stoop, and squat for extended periods

Work at elevated levels using ladders, scaffolding, man lifts, or towers with appropriate PPE

Use hand and power tools safely

Shift, Schedule & Travel

Available for after-hours work, on-call rotations, nights, weekends, and holidays as required

Willingness to work overtime and 10-12 hour shifts

Travel between company locations may be required, with occasional overnight stays

Other Requirements

Valid state driver's license with a clean driving record

Strong organizational and interpersonal skills

Safety-first mindset demonstrated in daily work

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Why Choose Williams?

We are committed to providing our employees with competitive compensation and benefits as part of your Total Rewards package to help protect your current and future physical, emotional, and financial health. We generally offer health benefit programs to our employees and their families that are competitive and flexible enough to meet your needs, and retirement benefits to allow you to invest now for financial security when you retire. With rich learning and development programming and a high internal mobility rate, you are not just applying to a job with Williams; you are embarking on an exciting career!

Competitive compensation

Annual incentive program

Hybrid work model - one work from home day each week for most office-based roles

Flexible work schedule for most field-based roles

401(k) with company matching contribution and a fixed annual company contribution

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits

Generous company-paid life insurance and disability benefits

A consumer-driven health plan option with the potential for a generous company contribution to a Health Savings Account

Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid time off, including floating and company holidays

Employee stock purchase plan

Robust employee learning and development

High internal mobility (we promote from within)

Parental leave (we provide up to 6 weeks for each parent)

Fertility coverage and adoption benefits

Domestic partner benefits

Educational reimbursement

Non-profit donation matching contributions and time off to volunteer

Employee resource groups

Employee assistance programs

Technology to make our work more productive and collaborative

Regular employee engagement surveys and feedback processes

Williams has a long history of making a significant difference in the communities where we live and work, and we strive to cultivate an environment of employee inclusion, innovation and passion that values all voices and opinions. We help each other succeed and great things happen when people from a diverse set of backgrounds come together. Together, we make clean energy happen.

Eligibility and benefits are governed by the terms of the applicable plan or program document which can be amended or terminated at any time.

For more information, please visit Total Rewards | Williams Companies (https://www.williams.com/total-rewards/) .

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Why Williams?

Looking to apply your passion and skills to the innovative and vital work that helps fuel the clean energy economy?

As the world demands reliable, low-cost, low-carbon energy, Williams will be there.

We currently handle one third of the natural gas in the United States that is used every day to heat homes, cook food and generate electricity.

We don't offer jobs; we offer career opportunities that include:

Competitive compensation and inclusive benefits

Growth and development opportunities

An inclusive culture where you can be yourself

Opportunities to get involved in the community where you work and live

Flexible work arrangements for many positions, including hybrid schedules

We're proud of our innovative people who want to make the world a better place and invite you to explore how you can help us make clean energy happen. Apply now!

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